About Tamworth Airport
Tamworth airport — country music capital of Australia. Hub for New England touring.
Airport Layout
Runway configuration and terminal area for Tamworth Airport.
Runways
4 runways • longest 2,200m • total 5,172m • Regional jet capable (e.g. Embraer 170, Bombardier CRJ-200)
| Designation | Length | Width | Surface | Headings | Lighted |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12L/30R | 2,200 m | 45 m | Asphalt | 133° / 313° | Yes |
| 12R/30L | 1,110 m | 18 m | Asphalt | 133° / 313° | No |
| 18/36 | 1,020 m | 30 m | Grass | 188° / 8° | No |
| 06/24 | 842 m | 30 m | Grass | 73° / 253° | No |
Security & screening at Australian airports
Recommended arrival times
- Domestic flights: arrive 60 minutes before departure
- International flights: arrive 2–3 hours before departure (longer for first-time international travellers)
What you can carry on
- Liquids, aerosols and gels (LAGs): containers up to 100ml for international flights, all in a single transparent 1L resealable bag. Domestic flights have no LAG restrictions on most airlines.
- Lithium batteries (in personal devices): allowed in carry-on only. Spare batteries up to 100Wh permitted in carry-on; batteries over 160Wh prohibited.
- Sharp items including scissors with blades over 6cm, knives, and tools must be packed in checked baggage.
Prohibited items
- Firearms (require declaration and approval)
- Explosives, flammable liquids, compressed gases
- Pepper spray, mace, tear gas
- Self-defence weapons including knuckle dusters
Full list: ABF prohibited items
International arrivals — biosecurity
Australia has strict biosecurity laws. Declare all food, plant material, animal products, soil, wooden items, and outdoor equipment on your Incoming Passenger Card. Fines start at AUD $626 and undeclared prohibited items can result in penalties up to $660,000 or visa cancellation. When in doubt, declare it.
Useful links
- Smart Traveller (DFAT) — travel advisories
- Australian Border Force — customs and biosecurity
- Aviation Security (Department of Infrastructure)
Nearby Attractions
Quick Facts
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Quick Stats
- Class
- regional
- Runways
- 4
- Longest runway
- 2,200 m
- Max aircraft
- Regional jet capable
- Elevation
- 407 m
- Annual passengers
- 133,688(2022)
At a Glance
Airport Codes
- IATA
- TMW
- ICAO
- YSTW
Location
- City
- Tamworth
- State
- New South Wales
- Timezone
- Sydney
Plan Your Visit
- Best Time
- January (festival) for music fans. Apr-Oct for general touring — cooler weather.
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Nearby
Campsites(5)
Toilets(3)
Groceries(5)
Fuel(5)
Ampol Foodary Tamworth
Ampol Foodary · 4.9km
Updated 18h ago
BP OPT TAMWORTH
BP · 5.8km
Updated 18h ago
Shell Reddy Express Tamworth West
Shell · 6.3km
Updated 18h ago
Ampol Tamworth Diesel Stop
Ampol · 6.5km
Updated 18h ago
EG Ampol Tamworth
EG Ampol · 6.7km
Updated 18h ago
Dump Points(4)
Tamworth Airport Rotary Rest Area
Free · 0.8km
South Tamworth Lions Club Rest Area
Free · 9.1km
South Tamworth Rest Area Dump Point
Free · 9.1km
East Tamworth Rest Area
Free · 10.5km